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Flag of Bretagne France 2 - Black Coffee Mug

Flag of Bretagne France 2 - Black Coffee Mug

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Flag of Bretagne - Black Mug Design

This is the flag of Brittany, the Breton Gwenn ha Du, drawn in bold bands of black and white with an ermine-spotted canton in the corner.

Visual Elements & Composition

Nine horizontal stripes run the full width, alternating black and white, with five black and four white. They begin and end on black. In the upper hoist corner sits a black canton scattered with white ermine spots. The contrast is stark and graphic, with no lettering or numerals, so the eye moves from the bold stripes straight to the spotted corner.

Meaning & Symbolism

The nine stripes stand for the nine historic bishoprics of Brittany, the old regional divisions that the flag gathers into one emblem. The ermine motif recalls the ermine fur of the ducal coat of arms, a sign of Breton sovereignty carried through the centuries of the duchy's history. The design was drawn in 1923 and has since become the banner of Breton regional identity, flown at festivals and along the coast.

Turned in the Hand

A mug is turned in the hand, so the stripes wrap around the cup and reappear as you rotate it, with the spotted canton drifting into view at every sip. The black and white reads cleanly at arm's length on a desk and up close over morning coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. For a Breton at heart, or a friend who has spent time in Brittany and wants a keepsake of its colours, it makes a warm and cheeky gift that gets used daily.

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Glossy black ceramic mugs in two practical sizes — 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml). Comfortable C-handle, microwave- and dishwasher-safe, and manufactured to be lead- and BPA-free. Note: printed blacks may read slightly different from the mug’s base color.

These mugs are made from solid ceramic with a glossy glaze that gives a deep, even surface for printing. Sublimation printing embeds ink into the glaze so artwork sits smoothly on the mug rather than simply sitting on top — that means better resistance to fading and scratching during normal use.

They’re available in the classic 11-ounce size for everyday black coffee and tea, and a larger 15-ounce cup if you like extra room for milk, foam or a long pour. The C-shaped handle is wide enough for a secure grip and balances the mug well when full.

  • Material: 100% ceramic with a high-gloss finish for punchy, saturated results.
  • Sizes: 11 oz (≈330 ml) and 15 oz (≈440 ml) — choose your routine size.
  • Printing: sublimation process fuses color into the glaze for durable imagery.
  • Safety: lead- and BPA-free; meets common food-contact safety standards.
  • Design note: very dark artwork and the mug’s black base can produce subtle shade differences — add a thin lighter outline to ensure contrast if needed.

These mugs are at home in the kitchen, on the office desk, or tucked into a morning routine. They work for espresso shots, pour-overs, oat-milk lattes — you name it. The larger size is handy when you want a second cup’s worth without a refill.

  1. Daily use: fill with your preferred brew and sip — the mug handles hot liquids safely.
  2. Office-friendly: fits most standard mug warmers and sits securely on communal trays and kitchen counters.
  3. Gifting: packs well (wrap with a soft layer) and pairs nicely with coffee beans, tea tins, or a small box of biscuits.

Practical tip: for very dark designs, try a thin light border or a small margin so the artwork reads cleanly against the black ceramic.

These mugs are both microwave- and dishwasher-safe, but gentle habits extend the life of the print. We recommend dishwasher use on the top rack and milder cycles when possible.

Hand-washing is the friendliest option: warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft sponge. Avoid steel wool, harsh scouring pads, or blasting with extremely hot industrial cycles. And a quick reminder — don’t microwave an empty mug.

Two sizes: 11 oz (approx. 330 ml) and 15 oz (approx. 440 ml). The smaller cup is the familiar, everyday size; the larger one is for fuller pours and extra-creamy drinks.

Each mug’s mouth and height are proportioned so they’re easy to drink from and easy to clean. If you’re pairing with saucers or nesting in cabinets, expect the 15 oz to be slightly wider and taller than the 11 oz.

Size guide

All measurements are product dimensions in inches.

11 oz 15 oz
Height (in) 3.86 4.72
Diameter (in) 3.35 3.35
Diameter with handle (in) 4.72 5.12

Note: dimensions are nominal — small production tolerances may apply. If you need precise fitment (e.g., for nested storage or custom packaging), please allow a small margin.